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Old 10-11-2017, 02:42 PM
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Originally Posted by Dan9871 View Post
I believe there are "life event" exceptions that require an insurer to accept you if you transition from advantage to regular supplemental. For example if your advantage plan goes away or you move to an area not covered by it.



Medicare calls it "guaranteed issue rights"... here is a link



guaranteed issue rights | Medicare.gov


Interesting! Thanks.

I was reiterating what I was told by an insurer when I switched. The even provided a written copy. Your information is good news for those who could end up in an unplanned situation.


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